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Hong Yun is a leading researcher in neurorehabilitation engineering, with a focused expertise in robot-assisted therapy for stroke recovery. Her work centers on developing and validating innovative robotic devices to restore hand and forearm function, a critical yet challenging area in post-stroke rehabilitation. Yun’s major contribution is the creation and clinical testing of the HapticKnob, a compact, end-effector robotic system designed to train grasping and forearm pronation/supination. Her seminal 2011 pilot study, cited 145 times, demonstrated the feasibility and positive effects of this device in chronic stroke survivors, showing significant improvements in motor function. This work, along with her subsequent studies (2009, 2010), established the HapticKnob as a valuable tool for both rehabilitation and objective assessment of hand function. Through rigorous clinical trials, Yun has provided compelling evidence that targeted, robot-assisted training can yield meaningful recovery even in the chronic phase of stroke. Her research bridges engineering and clinical practice, offering a scalable, data-driven approach to upper-limb rehabilitation. With a cumulative impact of over 200 citations, Hong Yun’s contributions are foundational to the field of robotic neurorehabilitation, inspiring further innovation in assistive technology for motor recovery.